Resources and Certification

Swim Alberta Officials Resources

The following is a list of resources to assist officials and clubs in developing officials and running competitions in Alberta.

Referee Briefing Guidelines - March 5, 2024
Role of the Meet Referee - June 5, 2024
Role of the Referee Evaluator - November 14, 2023
Referee Evaluation Process - April 4, 2025
Maintaining Referee Certification - June 12, 2024
Referee Mentorship Program - April 10, 2025
Officials Certification Card - November 1, 2023
Officials Clinic Information
Deck Log Template - June 5, 2024
Placement of Officials for Swim Alberta and Summer Swimming Designated Competitions - November 6, 2024
Swim Alberta Officials Dress Code - November 14, 2023
Deck Evaluation Process - November 14, 2023
World Para Quick Reference
Competition Statements of Application - July 8, 2024

Certification

Swim Alberta has adopted the certification system that has been approved by Swimming Canada in September 2023 - The Swimming Canada Officiating Pathway. Swim Alberta has additional requirements and supporting documentation such as the Deck Evaluation Process, Officials Certification Card, Referee Evaluation Process and Maintaining Referee Certification, published under Officials Resources.